The Raptors are going to try to either move the veteran guard in some transaction or release him in the next week and a half, according to a team source.

Carter served his purpose in a 37-game stint with the Raptors, providing some veteran leadership and filling in as an emergency third-string point guard.

But a desire to use even more youth and wanting to let Carter see if he can hook up with a playoff-bound team if he’s eventually released, led to Tuesday’s move.

The source said there was no one moment that precipitated the move – Carter’s missed the last three games with a stomach muscle problem – and that Carter had done what was expected of him in helping “change the culture” around the team.

Nor should the move be seen as a precursor to any other move; the Raptors are still not expected to be big players leading up to the March 15 NBA trade deadline.

However, if they can find a taker for the 36-year-old Carter and get some kind of asset in return, a minor transaction is possible.

The move also gives the Raptors an open roster spot but there was no indication any move was imminent to fill it.

I don't buy that no other move is coming. Why cut a guy you have to pay? Now they have to worry about Jose or Bayless getting hurt (neither would shock me). Unless he's asked to be let go, then i just don't buy it....what would be the point in a season like this?

I don't buy that no other move is coming. Why cut a guy you have to pay? Now they have to worry about Jose or Bayless getting hurt (neither would shock me). Unless he's asked to be let go, then i just don't buy it....what would be the point in a season like this?

there's no way we waive Carter because we don't need him, that was obvious since before we signed him. this is clearly a move to make roster space since we're maxed out. Which means either an upcoming trade, or a d-league signing.